Theresa64

Thanks for the encouragement, I didn't think about Cortisol levels. Makes sense. Thank goodness today was the last stress related event; hoping to be able to jump start.
Gosh, haven't had mashed potatoes for so long
Have a great week.
Theresa

Stress actually raises the Cortisol levels in you! You're Cortisol levels are probably off the chart - which is like being in a fight or flight mode all the time. So, it totally makes sense that you couldn't or didn't lose weight. No way your body is going to let go of any fat - when it's so stressed. I am sorry for all that your family has endured - tough stuff. But, I love your last paragraphs about reducing stress and learning to relax. You got this, girl! Hang in there and eat some protein before you take a bite of the mashed potatoes!
Love, Beth

HI,
I READ YOUR STORY AND LIKE YOU I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE SURGERIES WHICH HAVE MADE IT IMPOSSIBLE TO BE MOBILE ENOUGH TO EXERCISE IN TURN GAINING EVEN MORE WEIGHT.
MY SURGERY IS SCHEDULED FOR JANUARY 4TH....
HOPING THAT PERHAPS YOU CAN SHARE HOW YOU HAVE BEEN DOING ESPECIALLY WITH BEING ABLE TO EXERCISE WITH YOUR NEW WEIGHT LOSS.
I HAVE HAD FOUR HIP SURGERIES, IM IN MY MID FIFTIES AND PRAYING THAT LOSING A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF WEIGHT WILL EVENTUALLY ENABLE ME TO BE MUCH MORE ACTIVE..
BEST OF LUCK TO YOU!